Manning understands the level of attention and scrutiny that comes with his family’s last name, but says he hasn’t done enough to earn his current stardom.

Manning, the highly touted quarterback from the famed Manning family, said Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian played a key role in his decision. “Coach Sark just told me to be myself and be a leader and work hard, and it’ll all work out,” Manning said.

Arch Manning's famous bloodlines, and his connection to them amid an ascent to Texas' starting quarterback for the 2025 season, have made him one of college football's true draws. But it's also created what the No.